Head Chef - EL Taquero

Founded in 1991, Epicurean Group is one of the leading hospitality groups in Hong Kong that owns and operates a diversified portfolio of food and beverage outlets in Hong Kong and China. With over 30 iconic restaurants and bars that are the preferred dining destinations for our guests, Epicurean Group is a leader in the development, management and operation of innovative food and beverage concepts, offering a diverse cuisine selection including Continental, International, Japanese, Mexican, Spanish and Chinese concepts. Popular brands include The Peak Lookout,
Pica Pica, BÀRBAR, KAKURE, El Taquero, IZA IZAKAYA, Ship Kee (awarded the Michelin Bib Gourmand in 2023), Xia Fei Fei and Xiao Wang Beef Noodle.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and be responsible for the overall daily operation in the kitchen
• Manage and provide training & coaching to kitchen team members
• Manage cost & inventory control for kitchen operations; achieve the financial target as set by superiors
• Design menu with consideration of food ingredient supplies and cost
• Report to the Executive Chef and follow the Company Culinary direction
• Coordinate the operations with floor team, and also departments within the Company
• Practicing work safety and hygiene standards as per the Company standards and statutory regulations
• Ensuring that kitchen staff adhere to quality, hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Dealing with trouble, staff management, conflict management and managerial courage
• Responsible for staff weekly roster and monthly attendance report

Education, Skills and Competencies

• 5 years’ relevant experience in Mexican Cuisine
• Professional cooking training from accredited culinary school
• Creativity and superior culinary skills to create exceptional dishes for an establishment’s menu
• Strong leadership skills to effectively manage and motivate a kitchen team
• Solid financial acumen, including the ability to manage a budget
• Good interpersonal, communications, team management and administrative skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Willing to work on weekends and public holidays

Attractive remuneration and fringe benefits will be offered to the right candidates. Interested parties, please provide your availability, current and expected salary by clicking "Apply Now", or whatsApp 5484 8944 for more details.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applications received will be used strictly for selection purposes only. Your application may also be considered for other suitable positions within the Epicurean Group. Unsuccessful applications will be destroyed after 6 months.